Global markets tread water as yen moves dominate currency trading

Global markets steadied as investors tracked sharp yen movements following suspected Japanese intervention. The dollar briefly slid before stabilising, while equities remained supported by strong tech earnings. Central banks held rates, but hawkish signals from the Fed and ECB kept markets cautious. Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions added to inflation concerns.

May 2, 2026 - 09:00
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Global markets tread water as yen moves dominate currency trading
Global markets steadied as investors tracked sharp yen movements following suspected Japanese intervention. The dollar briefly slid before stabilising, while equities remained supported by strong tech earnings. Central banks held rates, but hawkish signals from the Fed and ECB kept markets cautious. Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions added to inflation concerns.

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